Hidalgo del Parral Municipality, Administrative municipality in Chihuahua, Mexico
Located in southern Chihuahua, Hidalgo del Parral Municipality spans 1,926 square kilometers across mountainous terrain and valleys between 1,300 and 2,400 meters above sea level.
In 1631, the discovery of rich silver deposits transformed this region into a significant mining center, contributing substantially to Mexico's colonial-era mineral production.
The municipality hosts annual celebrations honoring Santa Rosa de Lima with traditional processions, regional music performances, and dance exhibitions throughout its streets.
The territory features a semi-humid climate with temperatures ranging from -12°C to 32°C, making spring and autumn the most suitable seasons for visiting.
The municipality contains extensive mineral deposits including gold, silver, lead, copper, zinc, fluorite, and barite, maintaining its mining heritage through modern extraction methods.
Location: Parral
Address: Parral, Chihuahua, Mexico Parral
Website: http://parral.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 27.11527,-105.68780
Latest update: March 11, 2025 00:23
The Mexican state of Chihuahua extends from desert plains to pine forests in the Sierra Madre Occidental, reaching elevations above 2000 meters. The region preserves a rich cultural and natural heritage that includes pre-Columbian rock art, colonial-era mining facilities, and religious buildings from several centuries. The landscape features deep gorges, natural waterfalls, and extensive mountain ranges. Archaeological sites document the early settlement of the region, while churches and chapels reflect Spanish influence from the 16th century onward. The diverse ecosystems range from arid zones to dense coniferous forests and support varied flora and fauna.
Cave of the Crystals
84 km
Quinta Gameros
173.1 km
Cathedral of Chihuahua
173.5 km
Government Palace of Chihuahua
173.8 km
Puerta de Chihuahua
166.6 km
Valle de Ignacio Allende
35 km
San Francisco Temple
174 km
Santuario de Guadalupe
172.7 km
Acueducto de Chihuahua
171.8 km
Museo Semilla
173.8 km
Casa Chihuahua Centro de Patrimonio Cultural
173.9 km
Mausoleo de Francisco Villa en Chihuahua
173.2 km
Templo de Santa Rita de Casia
172.6 km
Templo del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús
172.4 km
Estadio Chihuahua
171.3 km
Gymnasio Manuel Bernardo Aguirre
175.7 km
Casa Creel
173.6 km
Quinta Touché
173.2 km
Museo del Mamút
174.2 km
Templo de San Jerónimo
193.2 km
Mina la Prieta
19.8 km
Templo de San Carlos Borromeo de Aldama, Chihuahua
193.3 km
Santa Ana de Chinarras
190.5 km
City Hall of Chihuahua
173.6 km
Balneario Ojo Caliente
79 km
Quintas Carolinas
183.9 km
Saint-Joseph de Parral Cathedral
20.3 km
Teatro de los Héroes
175.6 kmReviews
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